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Missing U.S. crew member from downed fighter jet rescued in Iran, Trump says
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
Texas Democrats pool resources, hold joint rallies in latest effort to win November midterms
Texas Democrats feel that the 2026 midterms are the best chance to win a statewide election for the first time in over 30 years.
Man accused of shooting alleged child‑soliciting suspect in the groin identified in Fort Worth
Police say the man who was shot had been accused of soliciting children for sex before officers arrived at the south Fort Worth apartment complex.
Statue at Globe Life Field reignites debate over Texas Rangers' racial history
A 12‑foot Ranger statue removed from Dallas in 2020 now stands inside the ballpark, drawing criticism from civil rights leaders and renewed questions about its origins.
Avalanche shut out Stars 2–0 to widen lead atop Central
Martin Nečas broke a third‑period tie and Nathan MacKinnon added an empty‑netter as Colorado moved eight points ahead of Dallas in the division race, with Scott Wedgewood earning his third shutout.
Man accused of soliciting children shot in groin at Fort Worth apartments
Officers heard a gunshot as they arrived and later detained the wounded man near a convenience store. One suspect is in custody.
Video shows tribute held for AA flight attendant found dead in Colombia
Dozens of American Airlines employees honored a North Texas flight attendant at DFW Airport as his death after a Colombia layover remains under investigation.
Kidd says Luka Doncic trade came at "11th hour," responds to Cuban
Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said he learned of the Luka Doncic trade at the "11th hour" while responding to Mark Cuban's criticism of the deal and team sale.
Keller teacher charged with unlawfully restraining 4‑year‑old student, police say
Police say the teacher at Shady Grove Elementary restrained a child for about 10 minutes during nap time.
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A great Easter Sunday in the cards after a stormy Saturday
From Lauren Bostwick: Most of North Texas woke up Saturday morning to lightning, thunder, heavy rain, and gusty winds, thanks to a cold front that passed through the area overnight. We were under a First Alert Weather Day from Friday afternoon through Saturday; thankfully, most of Friday was relatively quiet! The strongest activity will continue to move into East Texas by late morning. Toward the afternoon, expect the rain to taper off. Most areas will be dry, breezy, and cooler after lunch. The average high is looking to be around 74 degrees, with the high temp set to hit in the morning. However, temperatures will dip later into the 50s, before rebounding into the 60s by the afternoon.
Severe storms to hit North Texas overnight with heavy rain, gusty winds and possible hail
Storms are expected to develop this evening and intensify overnight into Saturday morning, bringing 1 to 2 inches of rain, strong wind gusts and a low tornado risk before clearing in time for a cooler, dry Easter Sunday.
North Texas storms, heavy rain ahead of dry Easter Sunday
Severe storms and heavy rain are expected in North Texas late Friday into Saturday, with flooding and strong winds possible.
Severe storms, heavy rain threaten North Texas tonight into Saturday
A First Alert Weather Day is in effect through Saturday as storms are expected to bring damaging winds, hail and 1–3 inches of rain overnight into Saturday morning, raising flooding concerns before clearing for a dry Easter Sunday.
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2026 Texas primary election results from key local races
Texans cast their ballots in the 2026 primaries, choosing their parties' candidates for key races.
In effort to turn Texas blue, Democratic nominees hold joint rallies
Texas Democrats feel that the 2026 midterms present their best chance to win a statewide election in years.
Cornyn looks to Rep. Hunt and President Trump for support against Paxton
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn said he has reached out to Rep. Wesley Hunt and his supporters as he attempts to hold onto his seat against AG Ken Paxton in the upcoming GOP primary runoff on May 26.
RNC considering Dallas to host special midterm convention
RNC representatives toured the American Airlines Center last month.
Supreme Court hears case over mail ballots that arrive after Election Day
The Supreme Court is considering a challenge to a Mississippi law that allows ballots that are postmarked by but received up to five days after Election Day to be counted.
Robert Mueller, former FBI director and special counsel, dies at 81
Robert Mueller served as FBI director from 2001 to 2013 and led the investigation into allegations of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
SAVE America Act becomes key issue in Texas GOP Senate primary
Sen. John Cornyn reversed his position on killing the filibuster amid pressure from President Trump, Ken Paxton.
Dallas voter claims poll workers asked for ballot back after 4-hour wait
After waiting more than 4 hours to vote, a Dallas County woman says poll workers asked her to return her ballot.
Trump's test of loyalty for GOP Texas U.S. Senate candidates Cornyn and Paxton
Four-term incumbent John Cornyn outperformed all the polls and finished ahead of Attorney General Ken Paxton in a very close race, 42% to 41%.
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Texas Democrats pool resources, hold joint rallies in latest effort to win November midterms
Texas Democrats feel that the 2026 midterms are the best chance to win a statewide election for the first time in over 30 years.
Cornyn looks to Rep. Hunt and President Trump for support against Paxton
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn said he has reached out to Rep. Wesley Hunt and his supporters as he attempts to hold onto his seat against AG Ken Paxton in the upcoming GOP primary runoff on May 26.
In effort to turn Texas blue, Democratic nominees hold joint rallies
Texas Democrats feel that the 2026 midterms present their best chance to win a statewide election in years.
RNC considering Dallas to host special midterm convention
RNC representatives toured the American Airlines Center last month.
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Committees recommend closing 4 Keller ISD schools as enrollment drops
Keller ISD is considering closing four schools and consolidating campuses to address declining enrollment and a projected budget shortfall.
Open enrollment begins April 1 for Dallas ISD's first universal free pre-K
This is the first year Dallas ISD will offer tuition-free pre-K for all 3 and 4-year-olds.
Texas names new Fort Worth ISD superintendent months after state takeover
Peter Licata, who was named as FWISD's new superintendent, was previously head of Broward County Public Schools in South Florida.
Islamic schools now can apply for the Texas school voucher program after extension
"Schools must be allowed to apply, and their applications must be processed on the same terms as the other schools in accordance with the law," National Deputy Director of CAIR Edward Ahmed Mitchell said.
Judge extends Texas voucher deadline amid dispute over Islamic schools
A federal judge ordered Texas to extend the TEFA application deadline to March 31 after lawsuits challenged the exclusion of Islamic schools from the program.
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Cooler Easter ahead after heavy North Texas rainfall
After last night’s showers and storms brought near‑historic rainfall to North Texas, temperatures have dropped into the upper 50s with north winds cooling the region further tonight. Five flood warnings remain in effect, including parts of Dallas County. Some areas saw more than two inches of rain as a “wall of water” moved across the region around sunrise.
Ella Langley debuts "Songs in Texas" video filmed at Fort Worth’s Stagecoach Ballroom
Country artist Ella Langley has released the music video for her hit “Songs in Texas,” and fans may recognize the setting — it was filmed at Fort Worth’s historic Stagecoach Ballroom. City officials say productions like this help spotlight the region’s Western culture, and note that film projects over the past decade have generated about $1 billion in economic impact for Fort Worth.
Methodist Richardson shares sweet Easter photos of NICU preemies
Methodist Richardson Medical Center released photos of NICU babies celebrating their first Easter weekend. Nurses dressed the preemies in spring‑colored swaddles and tiny bunny ears — a moment staff say brings smiles and a little joy to families with babies in intensive care.
Easter Bunny brings early holiday cheer to Cook Children’s patients
The Easter Bunny made early visits to several Cook Children’s Medical Center locations this week, bringing joy and a sense of normalcy to kids spending the holiday in the hospital. Staff say events like this help families feel supported during long stays and give young patients a break from treatment.
Artemis II astronauts pass halfway point to the moon
NASA says the Artemis II crew has passed the halfway mark between Earth and the moon, releasing new images of Earth from the capsule. Speaking with CBS News from Mission Control in Houston, the astronauts said the mission has already shown them things they’ve never experienced, even after years on the space station. They reflected on what it means to be together in space and apart from loved ones as they prepare to swing behind the far side of the moon.
Beyond the Border
Dilley residents' opinions split on living near controversial immigration detention facility
The self-proclaimed "Watermelon Capital of Texas" was once best known for its fruit output.
Fort Worth DACA recipient on edge awaiting work authorization ruling
An ongoing legal case threatens to strip work authorization from tens of thousands of Texas DACA recipients.
How the U.S. immigration landscape looks more than a year into President Trump's second term
More than a year into his second term, President Trump has maintained an aggressive approach to immigration.
North Texas pastor forced to self-deported could return sooner than thought after change in visa policy
Pastor Albert Oliveira said that prayers were definitely answered for him and for thousands of foreign-born religious workers who are caught up in a visa backlog.
How more Texas law enforcement agencies are working with federal immigration authorities
While the 287(g) program isn't new, it's dramatically grown in Texas over the past 12 months.
Trump's support among Latinos slips, Pew report shows
A new Pew survey shows Trump's support among Latinos slipping as many say his immigration and economic policies have worsened their situation.
Amid visa backlog, foreign-born North Texas pastor self-deports
Pastor Albert Oliveira is one of many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States forced to make the difficult decision to self-deport.
North Texas pastor among foreign-born religious workers forced to self-deport
Pastor Albert Oliveira is just one of the many foreign-born religious leaders across the United States choosing to self-deport amid a visa backlog.
U.S. immigrant population sees decline after record high, report finds
For decades, the nation's overall immigrant population has been climbing. But shifting policies are reversing that trend.
I-Team Investigations
Injured Texas first responders face delays, denials in workers' comp system
An I-Team investigation found workers' comp issues for first responders are not isolated, raising questions about a system many describe as slow and adversarial.
Border wall won't be in Big Bend parks, officials say
Since early February, residents of the Big Bend region have been outspoken about border wall plans.
Medicare freezes new supplier enrollment as Russian‑linked Texas fraud case unfolds
The moratorium does not affect companies already enrolled in Medicare.
How police departments' poorly-enforced rules enable off-duty misconduct
Across the U.S., police officers moonlight in bars, clubs, and private security jobs with little oversight. A CBS News and Howard Center investigation reveals how weak policies allow misconduct, corruption, and threats to public safety to persist.
Is Texas ready for the fast-approaching data center boom?
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
Newly released dashcam video shows 90‑second Fort Worth police chase that killed bystander
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
Sexual harassment investigation at North Texas police department highlights common experience for women with a badge
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
Russian-run Texas medical supplier at center of massive Medicare billing scheme, feds say
Austin medical supply business accused of Medicare fraud, funneling millions overseas, federal complaint says.
Donations of special cooling bassinets help stillborns' parents grieve, amid uptick in infant deaths
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
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Youngest Grand Prairie City Council Member ever is Texas Representative-Elect for 101st District
Junior Ezeonu is the Democratic State Representative-Elect for the 101st District after defeating veteran Texas House member Chris Turner by a 53% to 47% margin in the Democratic primary on March 3. He tells Jack Fink what the key was to earning more votes than Turner.
Democratic Texas Rep. John Bryant discusses Texas Education Freedom Accounts program applications
Democratic Texas Rep. John Bryant discusses the statistics of the Texas Education Freedom Accounts program applications. The state's taxpayer funded program would allow students to go to private school beginning Fall 2026.
Republican Texas Rep. Mitch Little discusses Texas Education Freedom Accounts program applications
Republican Texas Rep. Mitch Little of Lewisville discusses the number of applicants to the Texas Education Freedom Accounts program. He tells Jack Fink why he supports using taxpayer money to allow students to attend private schools.
Dallas Deputy Mayor Pro Tem defends City Manager Kim Tolbert after uproar over future of City Hall
Dallas Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Gay Donnell Willis defends City Manager Kim Tolbert in the uproar over the future of Dallas City Hall. Willis told Jack Fink she expects City Manager Kim Tolbert to be having conversations with community and business leaders, especially the Dallas Mavericks, whose lease at the American Airlines Center expires in 2031.
Dallas Council Member Chad West talks about the future of City Hall
Dallas Council Member Chad West discusses the future of City Hall. As the finance committee chairman at the city council, the committee has been overseeing some of the cost estimates for city hall. He tells Jack Fink, "Six years ago, we started looking into the city's book of real estate and have been identifying the deferred maintenance problems in the city since day one. So it's been years that we have actually been talking about the real estate issues in the city and the fact that there's been decades of neglect on a lot of our properties."
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One dead, dozens injured in crush during rally at Peru soccer stadium
Videos broadcast by local television stations showed a large crowd of fans in the south stands amidst an explosion of fireworks.
UCLA's women's basketball team defeats Texas 51-44 to earn its first-ever spot in the National Championship.
Lauren Betts had 16 points and made a huge block late, and UCLA withstood a late charge by Texas on Friday night for a 51-44 win to reach the women's NCAA Tournament national championship game for the first time.
Trump signs executive order to expand NCAA's control over college sports
The executive order is designed to increase the NCAA's control over college sports, and threatens to remove federal funding for colleges and universities that don't comply with NCAA rules.
Kidd says Luka Doncic trade came at "11th hour," responds to Cuban
Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said he learned of the Luka Doncic trade at the "11th hour" while responding to Mark Cuban's criticism of the deal and team sale.
Bodycam of Tiger Woods arrest shows golfer being handcuffed
Body camera video has been released of Tiger Woods' arrest, after a car crash in Florida. He has been charged with driving under the influence.
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Missing U.S. crew member from downed fighter jet rescued in Iran, Trump says
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
Texas Democrats pool resources, hold joint rallies in latest effort to win November midterms
Texas Democrats feel that the 2026 midterms are the best chance to win a statewide election for the first time in over 30 years.
Man accused of shooting alleged child‑soliciting suspect in the groin identified in Fort Worth
Police say the man who was shot had been accused of soliciting children for sex before officers arrived at the south Fort Worth apartment complex.
Statue at Globe Life Field reignites debate over Texas Rangers' racial history
A 12‑foot Ranger statue removed from Dallas in 2020 now stands inside the ballpark, drawing criticism from civil rights leaders and renewed questions about its origins.
Avalanche shut out Stars 2–0 to widen lead atop Central
Martin Nečas broke a third‑period tie and Nathan MacKinnon added an empty‑netter as Colorado moved eight points ahead of Dallas in the division race, with Scott Wedgewood earning his third shutout.
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Injured Texas first responders face delays, denials in workers' comp system
An I-Team investigation found workers' comp issues for first responders are not isolated, raising questions about a system many describe as slow and adversarial.
Border wall won't be in Big Bend parks, officials say
Since early February, residents of the Big Bend region have been outspoken about border wall plans.
Medicare freezes new supplier enrollment as Russian‑linked Texas fraud case unfolds
The moratorium does not affect companies already enrolled in Medicare.
Is Texas ready for the fast-approaching data center boom?
The state is already home to nearly 400 data centers, but hundreds more are in the works.
Newly released dashcam video shows 90‑second Fort Worth police chase that killed bystander
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
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Missing U.S. crew member from downed fighter jet rescued in Iran, Trump says
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
Ousted Army chief of staff says soldiers deserve "courageous leaders" in email
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asked George to step down and take immediate retirement, CBS News exclusively reported earlier this week.
Trump gives Iran 48-hour deadline to reopen Strait of Hormuz or "Hell will reign down"
The war shows no signs of slowing as Iran responds to airstrikes with attacks across the region.
Judge halts Trump effort requiring colleges show they don't consider race
The ruling follows a lawsuit filed earlier this month by a coalition of 17 Democratic state attorneys general.
Youngest Grand Prairie City Council Member ever is Texas Representative-Elect for 101st District
Junior Ezeonu is the Democratic State Representative-Elect for the 101st District after defeating veteran Texas House member Chris Turner by a 53% to 47% margin in the Democratic primary on March 3. He tells Jack Fink what the key was to earning more votes than Turner.
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Driverless taxi company Zoox to begin testing in Dallas
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
Lawsuit accuses McDonald's of deception on grounds that McRib has no rib meat
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
See which retailers are changing their return policies for the holidays
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Delta faces first lawsuits in Toronto plane crash
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas agricultural commissioner calls for ban on additives in public water
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
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New Texas hemp rules now in effect. See which items are banned.
New Texas regulations took effect March 31 that capped THC in smokable hemp products at 0.3%, banning some popular items.
RFK Jr. challenges Dunkin' and Starbucks over sugary drinks
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Norovirus outbreak forces North Texas middle school to close on Friday
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
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Bridge removal leaves Downtown Dallas businesses searching for customers
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
Video shows Amazon delivery drone crashing into apartment building
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
A who's who of powerful people named in the Epstein files
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
Dallas coffee chain faces backlash after employee walkout over ICE discount
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
Atletico Dallas plans Fair Park HQ, beer garden ahead of World Cup
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
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One dead, dozens injured in crush during rally at Peru soccer stadium
Videos broadcast by local television stations showed a large crowd of fans in the south stands amidst an explosion of fireworks.
UCLA's women's basketball team defeats Texas 51-44 to earn its first-ever spot in the National Championship.
Lauren Betts had 16 points and made a huge block late, and UCLA withstood a late charge by Texas on Friday night for a 51-44 win to reach the women's NCAA Tournament national championship game for the first time.
Trump signs executive order to expand NCAA's control over college sports
The executive order is designed to increase the NCAA's control over college sports, and threatens to remove federal funding for colleges and universities that don't comply with NCAA rules.
Kidd says Luka Doncic trade came at "11th hour," responds to Cuban
Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said he learned of the Luka Doncic trade at the "11th hour" while responding to Mark Cuban's criticism of the deal and team sale.
Bodycam of Tiger Woods arrest shows golfer being handcuffed
Body camera video has been released of Tiger Woods' arrest, after a car crash in Florida. He has been charged with driving under the influence.
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Judge dismisses Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Gucci Mane kidnapped, robbed at gunpoint in Dallas, DOJ says
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Ella Langley's new music video filmed at Fort Worth's Stagecoach Ballroom
The video, co-directed by Langley, highlights Texas culture through scenes of two-step dancing, live music and rodeo influences tied to the city's Western heritage.
Crew that flew Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's house suspended
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
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Photos: Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returns to North Texas
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Texas Health NICU babies celebrate first Valentine's Day in style
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
Mavericks fans call for GM Nico Harrison's firing ahead of Anthony Davis' first home game
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
